Considering GWP and Flammability in New Refrigerants
The new EPA refrigerant phase-out arrived January 1st of this year but we’re just now seeing questions, concerns and preferences from homeowners and designers.
Different Climate Zones for Different Standards
When designing a building, two of the earliest variables that need to be considered are Climate and Siting, since they dictate materials, assemblies, systems, and layout. The California Energy Code addresses the climate of a project’s location by establishing different code minimum or maximum requirements based on the project’s Climate Zone.
How to Complete a Prescriptive CF1R Form for a Window Replacement
This guide will walk you through the process of completing a Prescriptive CF1R form for a window replacement project. If you’re on the staff side of the building department counter, the following steps may help your customers accurately complete this potentially daunting form.
Check those HERS Requirements for Kitchen Exhaust
It has been two years since the 2022 cycle of the California Energy Code went into effect on January 1, 2023, bringing in new energy efficiency requirements and several measures specifically addressing indoor air quality.
CALGreen Integrates Access Compliance for EV Charging
With the use of electric vehicles continuing to ramp up, providing appropriate accommodation for all users is more important than ever. With planning and coordination among design and construction teams, EV charging will simply fold into inclusive project designs.
A New Central Coast Reach Code for Alterations and Additions
California continues to increase efficiency standards of residential and commercial buildings through Title 24 Part 6, the Energy Code.
Are Water Submeters Required for an ADU?
A Code Coach inquiry came in last month that had us digging through CALGreen, the Plumbing Code, State Law and eventually a direct inquiry to California Housing & Community Development (HCD). The question is: are ADU’s subject to the CAL Green requirement for residential water submeters for multifamily buildings? The short answer is, yes!
Certified Energy Analyst (CEA), Who They Are and Where to Find Them
Our Energy Code Coach hotline assists private and public sectors in answering tricky code questions, provide guidance to finding forms, and alleviate confusion between design team members.
CalCERTS is closing, what does it mean?
The CalCERTS Registry will remain accessible to registered users and building departments for document downloads until September 1, 2024. However, no new registrations will be issued by CalCERTS (effective August 2, 2024).
When is an Ag Building Exempt from the Energy Code?
Back when a barn was a barn, the exemption was more obvious; with so many new uses for a barn-type of building in an agricultural setting, it’s important to review details of energy code exceptions.
